QUANTUM FEATURES OF HARMONIC OSCILLATORS: INVESTIGATING THE LIMITS OF QUANTUM MECHANICS

LUCA ABRAHAO PAIVA

Published Oct 4, 2024• 0 citations

Abstract

Nothing is achieved alone.I am what and where I am because of all of those who crossed my path.Without all the good and the bad, I would not be here.I want to deeply thank all of those who joined me in this amazing experience.More specifically... To my mother who have always supported me in every decision I made, who let me walk on my own, but made me sure she was always there for what I needed.To my father, that always taught me the value of education and dedication.To my brother, to all the coffee and many gestures of love and appreciation.I hope I can inspire you, the same way you inspire me.À minha avó, que não somente me ensinou a ler, mas também com quem aprendi muito sobre amor, família e perseverança.To my friends who have been with me throughout all these years, sharing dreams, wins, loses but always there for each other.Specifically, those who started with me this journey in Physics, Rafael e Vitória, and are a fundamental part of my trajectory.Also, all my colleagues from the Quantum Adventures group, that quickly became a second family.To my friend and advisor, Thiago.It was out of pure chance I ended up in that interview and sent you an email.Now, two years later, I can see the difference it has made and how much you helped me through all of it, not only academically.It was a pleasure share these last two years.And hopefully, many to come. At last, I want to thank my beloved girlfriend Clara.There is no overstating the importance you have in my life.A great part of what I am, is due to you.And that part is certainly the best of me.Love you dearly.

DOI: 10.17771/pucrio.acad.68634

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